NOS

[hammer12]

Ive seen this in several posts, and Im just wondering, what does NOS mean? Trying to learn all I can.

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Originally posted by hammer12
Ive seen this in several posts, and Im just wondering, what does NOS mean? Trying to learn all I can.

New Old Stock

[gunplumber]

New Old Stock (NOS) is a tough condition. While technically new, it can be in worse condition than EXCELLENT (EXC). It may have been banged around a warehouse for 50 years. As com[pared to NEW which needs to look new as well as be new.

Here's how I grade.


NEW A+. New. Looks and is new.

NOS A. New, Old Stock. Technically new, but may have tiny dings or scratches from handling and long-term storage

EXC A. Excellent. As good as new, but may show evidence of having been installed in a rifle. Many of my EXC parts are actually new, but I refinished them anyway because my finish is usually nicer and more durable than the original military specification.

VG B. Very Good. May have minor cosmetic blemishes or minor pitting prior to refinish.

GOOD C. Good. Good is the lowest condition where the part will safely and reliably perform its intended function. May show moderate pitting before refinish, or factory authorized repairs.

FAIR D. Fair. Heavy pitting, or parts may require repair to perform safely and reliably, but they are repairable.

POOR F. Poor. Parts may be unrepairable. I don't sell parts in poor condition..

[BC]

That's where a clear picture comes handy. Just say NOS, and show a clear picture. You're done describing.

[hammer12]

Thanks guys, much appreciated

[OnTop]

Thanks for the info on NOS

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